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Antique George II Scottish Sterling Silver Teapot 1748 Edinburgh Scotland
By James Mitchell
Located in London, GB
cartouches.
Made in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1748 by James Mitchell.
Approx. Weight - 724g / 23.28oz
Category
18th Century Scottish George II Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
George II Scottish Silver Teapot, Edinburgh 1749 by Edward Lothian
By Robert Garrard II 1
Located in Cornwall, GB
A rare and superb George II Scottish silver teapot, Edinburgh 1749 by Edward Lothian. The body is
Category
1740s English George II Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Golf Club, Driver by Hardy Broth. Princess Street Edinburgh
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Hardy Bros. 10 Princess St. Edinburgh. The beech-wood head fitted to a hickory shaft with later polished
Category
1910s British Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Wood
Set 5 Scottish Georgian Silver Celtic Point Spoons Edinburgh C.1800
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Set 5 Scottish Georgian Silver Celtic Point Spoons Edinburgh C.1800 possibly John Sinclair. Plain
Category
Late 18th Century Scottish Georgian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
George II Scottish Silver Salver Waiter Edinburgh 1752 Ker and Dempster
Located in Toronto, Ontario
George II Scottish silver salver waiter Ker & Dempster, Edinburgh, 1752 assay master Hugh Gordon
Category
1750s English George II Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Magnificent and Rare Scottish Regency Penwork Tea Caddy c.1820 - Edinburgh
Located in Bath, GB
on all sides. On the top is a fabulous central panel I believe of Edinburgh from the rural outskirts
Category
1820s Scottish Regency Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Glass, Wood
19th Century Scottish Silver
Glass Novelty Double Decanter, Edinburgh, c.1880
By Mackay
Chisholm
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
brandy, mounted with shaped stoppers. Hallmarked English silver (925 standard), Edinburgh, c.1880
Category
19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Silver
Large 8 Slice Hollding Antique Sterling Silver Toast Rack - Edinburgh 1843
By James McKay
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1843 by James McKay, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver
Category
1840s Scottish Gothic Revival Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique, Partner
s Desk, John Taylor
Son, Edinburgh, Gothic, Oak, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique partner's desk by John Taylor and Son, Edinburgh. A Victorian, Scottish desk
Category
19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Leather, Oak
19th Century Scottish Solid Silver Large Wine Ewer, Edinburgh, circa 1839
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
with discrete family initials. Hallmarked Scottish Silver (925 Standard), Edinburgh, year 1839 (h
Category
19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
An extremely rare George III Tea Caddy made in Edinburgh in 1806
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare George III Tea Caddy made in Edinburgh in 1806 by John McDonald.
Tea Caddies
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19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Large Scottish Antique George II Silver Lidded Tankard / Mug Edinburgh 1731
Located in London, GB
II Tankard is notably large and impressive.
Made in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1731 by William Jameson
Category
Early 18th Century Scottish George II Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Large Rare Original Whytock
Reid Edinburgh Hardwood Library Bookcases
By Whytock
Reid
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Edinburgh EST 1807 library bookcases
A very well made pair, both with fully height adjustable and
Category
1910s English Edwardian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Hardwood
Exquisite Pair of Morison
Co Edinburgh Library Bookcases Brass Gallery Marble
By Morris
Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of very fine, Morison & Co Edinburgh dwarf
Category
19th Century Scottish Regency Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique 8-Spoke Brass
Walnut Ships Wheel Brown Bros Edinburgh 20th C
By Brown Brothers
Located in London, GB
manufacturer, Brown Brothers and Co Ltd, Rosebank, Edinburgh, circa 1920 in date.
This exceptional nautical
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1920s Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Brass
Unusual Scottish Cream Piggin Made in Edinburgh in 1866 by J
W Marshall
Located in London, GB
This rare piece has slightly tapering sides and is modelled as a cream churn, with two carrying luggs. The sides are engraved to simulate the planks of wood and the horizontal reeded...
Category
Mid-19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A very rare early George III Tumbler Cup made in Edinburgh in 1769
Located in London, GB
The Tumbler Cup is of typical Scottish form with a slightly everted rim and flattened base. The edge of the rim is beautifully engraved with scroll work, shells, grapes and vines of ...
Category
18th Century and Earlier English Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A plaster military trophy panel from the Duke of Gordon’s house in Edinburgh
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A plaster military trophy panel from the Duke of Gordon’s house in Edinburgh, the panel carved with
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Plaster, Oak
An important
extremely rare early George III Dish Cross made in Edinburgh by t
Located in London, GB
of Borthwick of Crookston, County Edinburgh. The Dish Cross is in excellent condition and is very
Category
Mid-18th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Fine George III Antique Sterling Silver Salvers Made in Edinburgh by John McKay
By John McKay
Located in VALENZA, IT
photograph. .
This thing is still partially visible on the back
Made in Edinburgh by John McKay 1816-7
924
Category
1810s English George III Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
A rare George III Saffron Teapot made in Edinburgh by William Marshall.
Located in London, GB
This attractive little pot has a circular platform base which stands on four ball feet. The baluster shaped main body is decorated with a wide lobed band which rises to an everted ga...
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Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A pair of George III Chambersticks made in Edinburgh in 1818 by George McHattie
By George McHattie
Located in London, GB
The Chambersticks have circular bases which are decorated with gadrooning, as are nozzles and conical extinguishers. The handles are display leaf capped decoration and the base and e...
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19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A rare George III Mustard Pot made in Edinburgh circa 1790 by Francis Howden.
Located in London, GB
The Mustard Pot is of the drum form and displays a reeded rim and base. The reeding unusually goes around the edge of the hole for the spoon and the upper section of the main body is...
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18th Century and Earlier Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A rare Scottish Wine Label made in Edinburgh circa 1850 by J
W Marshall.
Located in London, GB
The Label is plain in design, rectangular in form, with raised eyelets - a typically Scottish design. The label is unusually engraved for DRY SHERRY, a title which is rarely seen, es...
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19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A rare set of six George III Toddy Ladles made in Edinburgh in 1813
Located in London, GB
A rare set of six George III Toddy Ladles made in Edinburgh in 1813 by D. McDonald.
Category
19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A George III Wine Label made in Edinburgh circa 1800 by Patrick Cunningham
Located in London, GB
The Wine Label has a shaped border decorated with shells and scroll work. This example displays a central raised scroll banner engraved with PORT with niello filled lettering.
Le...
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19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A George III Gin Label made in Edinburgh circa 1800 by John Ziegler
Located in London, GB
The Wine Label has a shaped border decorated with shells and scroll work. This example displays a central raised scroll banner engraved for GIN.
Length: 1.5 inches.
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19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A George III Toddy Ladle made in Edinburgh in 1809 by Alexander Spence.
Located in London, GB
The Toddy ladle is made in the Oar pattern and is engraved at the top of the stem with a set of contemporary initials.
Length: 6.1 inches.
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19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A rare pair of George III Wine Coasters made in Edinburgh in 1786, maker WM.
Located in London, GB
The Wine Coasters are circular in form with a beaded rim. The sides are pierced with beautiful flower heads in ovals, flanked by prick dot engraved bands. It is especially rare to fi...
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Late 18th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Royal, a Pair of Serving Dishes Made in Edinburgh in 1773 by Patrick Robertson
Located in London, GB
These very fine George III Sterling Silver Serving Platters were made in Edinburgh in 1773 by
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1770s European George III Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Silver
A very rare George III Twisted Marrow Scoop, made most probably in Edinburgh ci
Located in London, GB
The Marrow Scoop is plain in design but displays a very unusual twisted central section, a form of decoration which was mostly peculiar to Scotland. The reverse of one end is engrave...
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Late 18th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A very rare Scottish Grape Bowl made in Edinburgh in 1837 by John McKay.
Located in London, GB
The Bowl stands on a circular pedestal foot with bat wing panels, chased with grapes and flower heads. The main body is also circular in form and has a feather edge rim. The top sect...
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Mid-19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
A rare George III Wine Label made in Edinburgh circa 1786-90 by Francis Higgins.
Located in London, GB
The Wine Label is narrow rectangular in form with raised eyelets. This example is of typical Scottish design and is engraved for WHISKY.
Length: 2.1 inches.
Category
18th Century and Earlier Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
An extremely rare George III Wine Label made in Edinburgh circa 1806-1811 by Patrick Cunningham
Son.
Located in London, GB
The Label is narrow rectangular in form with a beaded border. This example is engraved for MALMSEY MADEIRA and has exceptional niello filled lettering. This is the first time we have...
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19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Rare 18th Century Mahogany Cockpen Armchair
Located in Lymington, GB
‘The 18th Century Furniture Trade in Edinburgh’.
Sebastian Pryke ‘Cockpen Quest’, Country Life, 29th
Category
Mid-18th Century George III Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Mahogany Cockpen Armchair
Located in Lymington, GB
, fig 167.
Ralph Edwards CBE FSA ‘A Shorter Dictionary of English Furniture’ Hamlyn, London (Fourth
Category
1770s English Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Mahogany
Cockpen
Armchair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Folkestone, GB
Pryke ‘The 18th Century Furniture Trade in Edinburgh’ [sic].
So called 'Cockpen chairs are a specific
Category
18th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Mahogany
Regency Mahogany Wine Cellarette
Located in New Orleans, LA
An exceptional and rare mahogany wine cellarette, or cooler, attributed to the eminent Edinburgh
Category
19th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Set of Three Edinburgh Crystal Decanters
By Edinburgh Crystal
Located in Astoria, NY
A set of three Edinburgh crystal decanters, produced within the early 20th century period, circa
Category
Early 20th Century Scottish Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Crystal
Rare William IV Period Edinburgh Scotland Sterling Silver Wine Funnel
Located in New York, NY
Rare, William IV Period, sterling silver wine funnel, Edinburgh, Scotland, year-hallmarked for 1832
Category
1830s Scottish William IV Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Walter Hagen Hickory Shafted Golf Club, Edinburgh, 1920
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
A very nice Walter Hagen mid iron golf club by Cochrane's Ltd, Edinburgh. The irin with beautiful
Category
1920s English Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Hickory
Huge 19th Century
Aitchisons
Pale Ale Edinburgh Brewery Advertising Mirror
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Huge 19th century 'Aitchisons' Pale Ale Edinburgh Brewery advertising mirror, circa 1873.
Reverse
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Glass
Morison
Co Edinburgh Chippendale circa 1840 Hardwood Revolving Display Stand
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
stamped Morison & Co Edinburgh A7843 revolving display stand in the Thomas Chippendale style circa 1840
Category
1840s Scottish Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Hardwood
Complete Scott Collection Robert Cadell Edinburgh 1848 50 Volumes
Located in Worcester, GB
Scott Collection Life, Prose & Poetry Robert Cadell Edinburgh 1848 50 Volumes
Complete
Category
Mid-19th Century British Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Leather
Antique Decorative Truncheon, Scottish, Beech, Edinburgh Police Baton, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative truncheon. A Scottish, beech Edinburgh police baton with handpainted
Category
1850s British Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Beech
Antique Print of the City of Edinburgh by Grégoire, 1883
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Edimbourg'. Original antique print of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland. This
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Paper
Early 20th Century Pawn Brokers Trade Sign from Edinburgh UK
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century Pawn Brokers Trade Sign from Edinburgh UK
An oversized and authentic aged
Category
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Metal
19th Century Mahogany Long Case Barometer by Lennie Optician, Edinburgh
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century mahogany long case barometer
By Lennie Optician, Edinburgh
Dimensions 37" long x
Category
Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Teapot, Edinburgh, 1846
By J. McKay
Located in Cagliari, IT
A fine and impressive antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver teapot.
The upper part of the teapot and the cover are embellished with a decoration made with engraving of flowers ...
Category
1840s Scottish Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Scottish Georgian Silver Toddy Sauce ladle Edinburgh 1824 Alex Henderson
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Scottish Georgian Silver Toddy Sauce ladle Edinburgh 1824 Alex Henderson. Plain elongated Fiddle
Category
1820s Scottish Georgian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
George Watson Edinburgh An Anglo-Japanese Side Table With Original Green Paint
Located in London, GB
George Watson of Edinburgh. An Anglo-Japanese side table with lattice panel, stepped display
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Anglo-Japanese Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Beech
George Watson Edinburgh. A Slightly Different Pair of Anglo-Japanese Side Tables
Located in London, GB
George Watson of Edinburgh. A slightly different pair of Anglo-Japanese walnut side tables with
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Anglo-Japanese Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Walnut
Set 6 Scottish Georgian Silver Old English Spoons Edinburgh C.1808
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Set 6 Scottish Georgian Silver Old English Spoons Edinburgh C.1808 3 James Gordon of Aberdeen and 3
Category
Early 19th Century Scottish Georgian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Edinburgh Sterling Silver Loving Cup Quaich Whiskey Brandy 1898
Located in Dublin, Ireland
& Inches. Leith Street, Edinburgh
Hallmark Edinburgh 1898
Condition: Good condition with no
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Late 19th Century Scottish Early Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Cairngorm Snuff Mull Ram
s Horn Edinburgh 1884
Located in Portland, OR
gemstone, Edinburgh 1884, by silversmith Peter MacGregor Westren.
This rare Scottish ceremonial table snuff
Category
1880s Scottish Late Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Wilson
Sharp Edinburgh England Silver Plated Oval Tray Serving Platter
By Wilson
Sharp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Wilson & sharp Edinburgh England silver plated oval tray serving platter. Item features a
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Scottish Silver 4 Piece Tea
Coffee Set Edinburgh 1837 / 38
By James Howden
Located in London, GB
chases scrolls. The Milk Jug & Sugar Basin are gilded in the interior.
Made in Edinburgh, Scotland in
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Furniture Edinburgh
Materials
Sterling Silver
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique furniture edinburgh for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and silver, every antique furniture edinburgh was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique furniture edinburgh, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique furniture edinburgh bearing Victorian, Georgian or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made antique furniture edinburgh has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hamilton
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How Much is a Antique Furniture Edinburgh?
Prices for an antique furniture edinburgh can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $113 and can go as high as $133,389, while the average can fetch as much as $2,737.
Questions About Antique Furniture Edinburgh
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
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